Cornish Game Hens Au Vinaigre Recipe

Name: Cornish Game Hens Au Vinaigre
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (1 lb.) game hens with giblets; salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 2 Tbsp. butter or olive oil; 1/2 lb. mushrooms (whole if small, quartered if large); 1 clove garlic (unpeeled), lightly crushed; 1 c. coarsely chopped onion; 1 bay leaf; 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp. dried; 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar; 1/2 c. chicken broth

Servings: persons

1
Sprinkle the cavity of the hens with salt and pepper.
2
Truss and rub the outside with salt and pepper.
3
Heat butter or oil in a heavy casserole with a cover.
4
Add game hens and brown all over for about 15 minutes.
5
Add giblets and cook 5 minutes longer.
6
Add mushrooms and garlic and cook briefly before adding onion.
7
Cook onion for 5 minutes and then add bay leaf and thyme.
8
Cover and cook 10 minutes.
9
Add vinegar and broth and cook for 10 minutes, covered.
10
Untruss the birds and drain the cavity juices back into pan.
11
Discard garlic and bay leaf.
12
Serve hens hot with mushrooms and hot pan juices.

157

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (1 lb.) game hens with giblets, salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 2 Tbsp. butter or olive oil, 1/2 lb. mushrooms (whole if small, quartered if large), and more.

Yes, Cornish Game Hens Au Vinaigre falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cornish Game Hens Au Vinaigre

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